Breitling Question

Breitling Question

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Gemsbok1000

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1,927 posts

211 months

Saturday 15th March 2008
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Hi

I have a Breitling Superocean and I've noticed that it now loses about 20 seconds a day. Also if I don't wear it it will stop after 12 hours. Does anyone know how many seconds a day a typical watch will lose and also how long it should remain working if not being worn?

Thanks

tertius

6,914 posts

237 months

Saturday 15th March 2008
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I think the Superocean (like most (all?) Breitlings) is COSC certified so ought to be within the COSC specs which are -4 to +6 secs per day - since its outside that it probably needs regulating (at least).

I think the movement is an ETA 2824 which should have a power reserve of about 40 hours - ie it should continue to run for 40 hours when fully wound and then left.

Overall it sounds like a service is required. Which any competent watchmaker could do for you.

Gemsbok1000

Original Poster:

1,927 posts

211 months

Saturday 15th March 2008
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Thanks for the prompt reply and info. I shall sort out a service!

lowdrag

13,033 posts

220 months

Saturday 15th March 2008
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I've had two Superoceans (one left the house with the pikeys) and even if I don't wear it for months as soon as I wear it again it keeps time to within the norm of 6 secs per day and the reserve is enough for several days almost. Even my Navitimer, 12 years old and never a service does the same. I think yours definitely needs attention!

Johnniem

2,696 posts

230 months

Wednesday 19th March 2008
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I recently purchased a Superocean Heritage 46. Wore it for two days. Went to Bruges last friday and went to change to french time but the minute hand wouldn't work properly. The crown wouldn't screw back in either! This is a £2k watch (almost). To say I was miffed is a majot understatement so back it went to the shop form whence it was bought and, lo and behold, despite the original six months waiting list, Breitling are getting another one for this Thursday! I was just shocked that this happened at all. Jesus!!!

dawson2k5

244 posts

209 months

Wednesday 19th March 2008
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well, you say you were mithed, i bought a brand spanking new Breitling montbrillant legende £3,400 from ian blowers and it misted up the day i got it, sent it back and received good as new, but the thing is a new £3,000 + watch should not mist up after one day!!!!

tertius

6,914 posts

237 months

Wednesday 19th March 2008
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I think you chaps need to reconsider your choice of watch manufacturer ... laugh